Independent Review Panel Decision Issued on Johnny Russell
Published on September 27, 2023 under Major League Soccer (MLS) News Release
NEW YORK - The Independent Review Panel, consisting of one representative from the U.S. Soccer Federation, one representative from the Canadian Soccer Association, and one independent representative nominated by the Professional Referee Organization, has denied Sporting Kansas City's appeal of the red card issued to midfielder Johnny Russell for serious foul play in the 39th minute of Kansas City's match against Houston Dynamo FC on September 23.
As a result of Kansas City's denied appeal, Russell is not eligible to play in Kansas City's next match against St. Louis CITY SC on September 30.
Each club is entitled to two unsuccessful appeals per season, including the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs. Since this is Kansas City's first unsuccessful appeal, the club has one unsuccessful appeal remaining for any future dismissals on the 2023 season.
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